Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
adze
Noun
/ædz/
Definition
A tool used for shaping wood, similar in shape to an axe but with a curved blade.
Examples
- The carpenter skillfully used the adze to create intricate designs on the wooden beams.
- She learned to handle the adze effectively during her woodworking class.
- In ancient times, workers relied on the adze to craft wooden tools and structures.
Meaning
An adze is primarily employed in woodworking to remove material from a piece of wood, creating smooth surfaces or curved shapes.
Synonyms
- axe
- chisel
- carving tool
